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Optimized Water Heating Modesto, Ca

Optimized Water Heating Modesto, Ca –

For all your water heating needs in Modesto, Ca and surrounding areas. 209-352-4294

Our Modesto, Ca water heating services include:

Tankless water heater installation, repair, and service
Electric hybrid heat pump water heater installation
Standard gas water heater installation and repair
Hydronic boiler installation and radiant heating
Hydronic piping installation, and repair
Commercial water heater installation
Direct vent water heater installation
Optimization of existing water heating systems including water saving recirculating pumps and controls, insulation and piping modifications
Solar water heater installation

Call today to schedule service, or for a water heating system upgrade consultation- 209-352-4294

Whether you are looking to swap out an old water heater for a standard replacement, or would like a water heater specialist to find the right new energy efficient water heater upgrade for your home, or commercial building look no further. Our professional Modesto, Ca water heater installers are trained in water heating so you know you are getting a top quality code compliant installation that will provide comfort and safety for many years to come.

Our Modesto, Ca water heater installation specialist

Have 5 years minimum training in the field
5 years or equivalent of in school training
Continued education including: water heating system efficiency, hybrid heat pump installers certification, Navien tankless water heaters level 2 training for installation and repair and more.

Benefits of installing a high efficiency tankless water heater in Modesto, Ca

Tankless water heaters have much higher efficiency ratings than older tank style models and can come with an energy star rating
Stainless steel heat exchangers can mean a longer life than tank models (some tankless models come with a 15 year warranty on the heat exchanger)
Never run out of hot water. When sized correctly you can enjoy hot water through multiple fixtures at a time, and never run out!
New models with a buffer tank, and recirculating pump built in eliminate a common complaint associated with older, or lower quality models which was called “the cold water sandwich” This is where the tankless water heater would give a shot of cold water in the middle of a shower.

Other high efficiency water heating options available for Modesto, Ca

Electric hybrid heat pump water heaters: use heat in the surrounding air to heat water. This is a great option if natural gas is unavailable because they are about twice as efficient as standard electric water heaters. They are energy star rated, and many utility companies offer rebates, or incentives.
Solar water heating uses the sun’s energy to heat water for your home, and the upfront cost is much less than using solar to create electricity.
Hydronic boliers can be used to heat water that is used to heat your home either through floors, radiators, or for forced air. Many believe radiant heat is much more comfortable and saves energy. The ability to create almost unlimited zones in a home also adds comfort. Unlike many forced air furnaces that heat the entire home to the same temperature radiant heat can easily be installed with zones for every room with individual thermostats to heat each room to a desired temperature.

Call today to see the benefits of using Optimized Water Heating for your water heating needs in Modesto, Ca

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September 11, 2014 by Curtis McQuinn Leave a Comment

Tankless water heater installation and repair Modesto, Ca

Tankless water heater installation and repair is one of our top plumbing services in Modesto, Ca including Riverbank, Oakdale and all other parts of Stanislaus County. Since tankless water heaters are pretty complex with many parts most repairs should be left to a professional, but there are some problems that can be solved by the average homeowner. Below I’ll write about one of the most common problems with a tankless water heater that could be solved by a homeowner, but remember if you smell gas, hear funny noises or have a tankless water heater error code immediately turn of the water heater, turn off gas if possible and give a professional a call (209)352-4294.

A pretty common problem with tankless water heaters that we hear from our customers around Modesto, Ca is that the tankless water heater will either not turn on, or will turn on and then turn off. We have found that many times this is caused by a lack of flow through the water heater. A tankless water heater knows when to turn on when a flow sensor senses a flow of water through the tankless water heater. Most until have a minimum flow rate that will turn them on. If the water flow is below this amount the tankless water heater can turn on and then turn off, or never turn on at all. This can be caused from turning the temperature up too high. What happens is the higher temperature water is used to mix with cold water to make water that is suitable for a shower, hand washing, or bathing, and it takes less 140 degree water than 120 degree water to mix with cold water to make a comfortable temperature water. This causes less water to move through the water heater because more heat is being stored in the 140 degree water, and sometimes causes the unit not sensing flow. This problem can often show up in the summer because incoming cold water is usually warmer and requires even less hot water when mixing to get it up to the desired temperature.

The problem can be solved by adjusting the temperature down from it’s higher set point. Most tankless water heaters installed in Modesto, Ca have a high enough flow rate to turn on when set at 120 degrees. Many tankless water heaters like the Navien NPE series have a controller on the front that can be re-set by pushing the down button. Other tankless water heaters need a part on the panel inside switched out to set it at the lower temperature. If you need help troubleshooting your tankless water heater or making a repair give us a call at (209)352-4294

April 10, 2014 by Curtis McQuinn Leave a Comment

3 ways to make your Modesto, Ca water heater installation more user friendly

Water heater installation Modesto Ca made easy!

There are a few options for making your water heater more efficient, and user friendly available for Modesto, Ca water heater installations. We’ve narrowed it down to three for this post. If you don’t see the information you need here please feel free to contact us at 209-352-4294 and we can answer any questions you have about water heater installation in Modesto, Ca.

Make sure the water heater is sized correctly for your Modesto, Ca home

Making sure your water heater is sized correctly can make the biggest difference on your overall satisfaction with your water heater. A water heater that is too small runs out of water fast, and may not have any water ready at peak times. If your fighting over who takes the first shower, then your water heater is too small. An option for people who would like to save money on gas for their water heater in Modesto, Ca and have a supply of endless hot water is to install a very efficient tankless water heater in your home. The energy factor on a good quality tankless water heater installed in Modesto, Ca can be up to .97. The savings this provides in natural gas, and the idea of never running out of hot water makes this a popular choice. If you live in an area of the Central Valley where no natural gas is available tankless water heaters can be converted to propane, or hybrid electric is becoming a good choice because it has about twice the efficiency of a standard electric water heater.

Make sure hot water arrives faster with a recirculating pump

The proper recirculating pump installed in you hot water lines can decrease the amount of time you wait for hot water at your faucets, bathtubs, and showers. A good recirculating pump is controlled by a timer, and a thermostat. The first setting is at what times the pump will need to provide hot water instantly. If you choose 6am-8am (when most people wake up until they leave the house) the pump will have hot water ready for use in that time period, but will shutoff when you are gone. With the thermostat control the pump will shutoff when the water is the right temperature, and won’t come back on until the water falls below the set temperature. This saves the water that is normally wasted while waiting for hot water to come from the water heater and come out of the faucet, and also saves electricity because the pump doesn’t have to run all of the time. With the added convenience of hot water ready when you need it this is a great addition to our water heater installations in Modesto, Ca.

Heat traps and insulated pipes

Insulating pipes around the water heater, and through the rest of the house can keep the water in the lines hot longer which means if you use hot water, and then 15 minutes later want to use it again, the chances are if your pipes aren’t insulated you will have luke warm water instead of hot in the lines. Adding some cheap insulation makes your hot water system more convenient for you, and saves energy.

For more information on our water heater installation service in Modesto, Ca, Oakdale, Ca, Riverbank, Ca, or any other part of Stanislaus County call the water heater pros at Optimized Plumbing & Piping at 209-352-4294

December 24, 2013 by Curtis McQuinn Leave a Comment

Modesto Ca water heater installers

Modesto Ca water heater installers from Optimized Plumbing & Piping are your best choice for a quality installation. When trying to find a water heater installer in Modesto Ca you may wonder which company you should choose, or what the difference is. If you are looking for quality work and great service look no further.

We are so confident that we can provide the best water heater installation around because we hire only well trained Modesto plumbers to help you find the right water heater to meet your needs, and then provide a quality installation. Our Modesto, Ca plumbers have the very best training available anywhere including formal apprenticeship training, on the job training, and updated classes including condensing tankless water heater service and installation, and heat pump water heater installation training.We also have Modesto, Ca plumbers who have taken hot water system design classes on things like “how to waste no more than 1 cup of water from each fixture before getting hot water”. Whether you are considering tankless water heater installation, heat pump water heater installation, solar water heater installation, or water heater repair please call us so we can help you pick the water heater that meets your needs.

We always install to local codes, and insist on pulling permits to have our work inspected. This is unlike some other companies who won’t even mention permits because they don’t want their work inspected. This insures our customers will have peace of mind that they got a quality water heater installation. Water heater installation is not a good place to try to save a little money by hiring a handyman, or the cheapest plumber around. We think a more quality installation may not be as cheap, but definitely has more value. Hiring unqualified individuals can be dangerous because they are dealing with gas and electricity in your home. If a water heater is not installed correctly it can cause burns, gas leaks, electrocution or even explosion.

Call us today and let us prove to you that we offer the best value for Modesto, Ca water heater installations.

Optimized Plumbing & Piping serves Stanislaus County including Modesto, Riverbank, and Oakdale. See why are Modesto, Ca plumbers are the best! 209-352-4294

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